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Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island Sea Kayaking Tour

Phuket, UAE Duration: 8 Hours Pickup: Included (Dubai Hotels) Guide: English & Arabic Code: DNT-HKT-02

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Hotel Transfers

4x4 Hotel pickup & drop

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Experience

Tour Overview

Discover the dramatic limestone seascape of Ao Phang Nga National Park. Cruise on a comfortable vessel into calm sheltered waters, where experienced local paddlers guide your inflatable sea kayak into the hidden sea caves and enclosed mangrove lagoons (Hongs) of Panak and Hong Islands. Visit Koh Tapu—the iconic 20-meter needle-shaped islet made famous in the 1974 James Bond film—and explore the floating Muslim fishing village of Koh Panyee.

Key Moments

Tour Highlights

Cruise through the dramatic limestone karst landscape of Phang Nga Bay
Guided sea kayaking through dark stalactite sea caves into hidden lagoons (Hongs)
Photograph the iconic James Bond Island (Koh Tapu / Khao Phing Kan)
Visit the unique stilted floating fishing village of Koh Panyee for buffet lunch
Relax and swim on the sandy beaches of Naka or Lawa Island
Package Details

What's Included & What's Not

Included in Price

  • Round-trip hotel transfers from Phuket
  • Phang Nga Bay National Park entry fees
  • Experienced paddle guide for your 2-person kayak
  • Delicious buffet lunch on board / Koh Panyee
  • Complimentary soft drinks, seasonal fruits, and water

Not Included

  • Personal souvenir purchases on Koh Panyee
  • Tips for kayak paddlers
Activity Schedule

Day-by-Day Itinerary

08:00 AM Hotel Pickup

Pickup from Phuket hotel and transfer to Ao Po Grand Marina.

09:30 AM Cruise Departure

Board the cruise ship and sail into the calm waters of Phang Nga Bay.

10:30 AM Panak & Hong Island Kayaking

Paddle through sea caves and mangrove lagoons with experienced guides.

12:00 PM James Bond Island

Disembark at Koh Tapu to photograph the famous leaning rock and 007 landmark.

01:15 PM Buffet Lunch on Koh Panyee

Enjoy freshly prepared Thai seafood lunch at the floating stilt village.

02:45 PM Swimming & Beach Relaxation

Swim and sunbathe at secluded Lawa Island beach.

04:30 PM Marina Arrival & Hotel Transfer

Disembark at Ao Po Marina and transfer back to hotel.

Important Guidelines

Know Before You Go

You do not need to paddle yourself; professional local paddlers steer the kayak
Phang Nga Bay is calm year-round with minimal open ocean waves
Need Help?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phang Nga Bay safe during rainy season?

Yes! Unlike the open Andaman Sea, Phang Nga Bay is naturally sheltered by massive limestone islands, making it calm and safe in virtually all weather conditions.

Can we bring cameras on the kayaks?

Yes, waterproof bags are provided on board to keep cameras and phones completely safe and dry during cave exploration.

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Children 3-11 yrs
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